Jun
8, 2016
Diabetes and Insomnia – The Connection
According to The Academy of Sleep Medicine “almost 1/3 of American adults complain they can’t fall asleep, stay asleep or wake up too early in the morning unable to fall back asleep”. […]
May
30, 2016
Sweet Fix Without Added Sugar
People with diabetes need to maintain healthy blood glucose levels to avoid further complications. It can be a challenge to reduce your sugar intake especially when you have cravings. You can use any flavored extract to replace a bit of sweetness in all your favorite recipes. Fortunately, there are plenty of tasty sweet fix without added […]
May
23, 2016
VA Benefits for Those with Diabetes
About 25 percent of veterans in the United States have diabetes and also have VA (Veterans Administration) benefits. There are many causes of diabetes, ranging from age to lifestyle to possible herbicide exposure during service in the military. Find out more about the VA benefits that could be available for those with diabetes.
May
18, 2016
How to Make the Hospital Stay Safer When You Have Diabetes
I often counsel patients in the diabetes self-management sessions that have recently encountered a scary experience during a hospital stay. Although they may be admitted through the emergency department (ER) for an acute problem, scheduled for an elective surgery or are admitted for an unrelated illness, they still have diabetes and it must be treated correctly. […]
May
16, 2016
Over the Counter Remedies and Diabetes
When people feel under the weather, reaching for over-the-counter remedies seems to be a simple solution. OTC remedies are considered medications that may cause contraindications, especially for those with diabetes and other related health conditions such as heart disease. Discover more about choosing the right over-the-counter remedies when you have diabetes.
May
9, 2016
Trick Diabetes with These Tips
Diabetes self-management requires attention to detail and consistency in care. Discover how you can take it a few steps beyond the basic treatment methods typically prescribed by your health care team. Learn how to trick diabetes and maintain better blood sugar levels with these simple tips. […]
May
4, 2016
Summer Food Tips For Those With Diabetes
I always teach that diabetes is “more than food” but each and every patient is more interested in “cutting to the chase” and learning quick food tips. As the nurse educator, I am hopeful that the patient understands the disease process since this gives them a basis for the life style changes needed for proper diabetes […]
May
2, 2016
What About The Old and New Artificial Sweeteners?
People with diabetes need to watch what they eat, including the use of artificial sweeteners. There is a variety of sweeteners to choose from, including Sucralose, saccharin, and aspartame, as well as Stevia, Neotame, and Monk fruit. Get the facts about old and new artificial sweeteners for people with diabetes.
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Apr
27, 2016
The Connection – Diabetes and Hearing Loss
May is National Better Hearing Month so I thought it was a good time to share information about diabetes and hearing loss. According to a study published in The Annals of Internal Medicine, “34.5 million people in America have some kind of hearing loss”. Although controversial, according to the ADA (American Diabetes Association), “hearing loss is […]
Apr
18, 2016
Going for the Good Fats – Which and Why?
People with diabetes need to be concerned with related health conditions such as obesity and heart disease. It would be impossible to eliminate all fats since our bodies need certain fatty acids to be healthy. Discover more about good fats, where to find them, and why they are important to include in our daily diet.